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Hi! 2.5 mm is probably okay if you don't mind it being a bit less rigid than the one shown. This is the main reason that I went with 5mm. You could use some reinforcement to provide more structure if needed. I stayed away from wet forming because of how thick the leather is. I would have only been able to create a small lip and I wouldn't have felt comfortable with only gluing it at that point which would have still required stitching, albeit in a much more difficult to stitch location.

@@SideStreetLeather thank you!

Thank you so much!

It is a thin thermoset resin. One popular brand is called Cactus Juice. It is very similar to what I used. It makes the wood more stable and helps minimize moisture content fluctuations in the wood.

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If you are going to dye it yourself you will want to seal it with something like Fiebing's Resolene. This should keep the dye from bleeding. I didn't dye the underside of the straps which will help ensure it doesn't bleed. I've worn the suspenders exclusively with white shirts and have had no issues but I do not usually wear them when it is hot so I cannot say what might happen.

@@SideStreetLeather Thank you for taking a time to give me a very helpful piece of information.

@@dispholYou are most welcome! I have learned from others and am committed to passing along what I can.

Hi! Yes, that is possible and I may make such a pattern in the future. To make a box you would likely need to add some reinforcement and a lining. I like that idea so thank you for sharing your thoughts!

Thanks! Glad you enjoy it!

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In this video I was using regular rubber cement but I put it into a restaurant sauce bottle. I've moved away from this glue and bottle and started using Ecostick 1816b that I spread out with a small spatula type tool. I would like to find a bottle similar to this that seals well but the Ecostick dries up in the bottle too fast.

Thanks! I'm glad you liked it.

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Thank you so much for this compliment! I'm glad you liked it!

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They are available on many ecommerce websites. I think Amazon has them for about $30 but they aren't very good except for very small pieces like I showed. It is cheap but you also only get what you pay for. I've since bought a bell skiver that I use exclusively. I know spending that much on a bell skiver isn't an option for everyone but it is worth the money. Looking back I would have told myself to get a French Skiver and practice with that instead of getting the strap skiver in the video.

@@SideStreetLeather Thank you. Skivers are crazy expensive and a good old one is very hard to find. A bell skiver is on the list of “will purchase one day”.

@@kevinorr6880 keep an eye open for on on local buy/sell groups or forums. That is how I got mine for "cheap." Before that, just practice lots of skiving with a sharp blade. Good luck!

Oh no! Sometimes you can still lightly glue to veg tanned leather but it is easier to do with chrome tanned leather. I would also try double sided tape. I use it on some veg tanned leathers without a problem.

@@SideStreetLeather Normally I simply use a weight on the patterns. 😊

@@kyuubinokitsune4270 I do that as well when it is a bigger piece. I've started using tin bars for the backpack I'm working on now much better than smaller weights for big pieces.

The flexible one is a fabric tape measure which you can get at most hobby shops that sell fabric. The black one is an aluminum safety ruler that I bought online. It has a foam pad on the bottom to keep it from sliding and the tall edge keeps your fingers safe. I've seen them for sale on several leather supply websites, aliexpress, and amazon. I have a few other rulers that I used before this one but they never get used now.

Great suggestion on the wax, will look into getting some. Have a project in the works where this should come in super helpful.

Thanks for the feedback! If I could ensure a constant state of natural room and tool sounds I'd leave it without music but unfortunately the AC/heat and living in an apartment building mean I have to toss in music to cover it up a bit.

Thank you for the tutorial. I have some questions please. I’d like to make something similar, but I don’t have a lot of material lying around, would 2.5mm be too thin for a case around half this capacity? I thought about wet forming the circular base and top, to avoid visible stitching, is there a reason you chose not to? Thank you

Hi! This pattern requires about 2 square feet of leather. I used a piece that was 30cm x 60cm.

Ah! That is a great idea! I hadn't even thought of finishing the inside because it is a bit loose fitting for the bottles it will be used for but I do think it would have made a great finishing touch. Thanks for watching and for your feedback!

Hi, sorry, no pattern for this one. Don't think I even saved the file after printing as this was a one off piece for a friend.

@@SideStreetLeather thanks

Thanks! I really appreciate it!

Thanks! It is really hard to go wrong with any of the color options from Conceria Walpier!

Hi Hakan, I'm sorry to hear that Paypal isn't an option for you. Please send me an email via the address in the "About" section on my channel or using the Contact form on the website and I will make sure we get it sorted out.

Hi! I used a #3 zipper on this item.

Don't underestimate yourself! You should have seen the first dozen projects I made...🤭or maybe better not...😂 With a bit of practice I'm sure you could do just as good!

I'm glad you are enjoying it. Thank you so much!

Thank you!

Thank you! I love making things like this! Such a challenge but such a reward!

Hi James, I found it on Amazon under the name QWORK Leather Skiving Machine but I'm sure it has lots of brand names. I'd get the cheapest version/brand. Be VERY careful with the blade. On mine, the blade was wider than the mounting plate and when I wasn't paying super close attention I cut my arm bad enough to need stitches. After that I clipped the blade shorter. It isn't that great of a tool but it works for small tasks like this. There is a learning curve to making sure you don't cuff the face of the leather. I have recently purchased a bell skiver and as such, this probably won't get much use anymore.

@@SideStreetLeather thanks so much for the insight. Really good advice.

Thanks! I love the process as well! 🙃

Hi, it is isopropyl alcohol. I'm sure any strong solvent would work but be sure you test on a scrap first.

Thanks! Much appreciated!

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!

I'm glad you enjoyed watching!

Thanks! I made several other designs before finally settling on this one. Makes me think of a bumblebee a little bit.

The top piece that gets folded in is about 28cm long and the bottom piece is 18cm long. The flaps on the top piece that get tucked in can be trimmed shorter if needed.

@@SideStreetLeather Thanks for the reply, great looking bag!

Thanks! Great suggestions!

Awww! Thanks! Camera and lighting setup is no secret. I'd gladly post a photo once I get the community tab at 500 subs. In the mean time, I use a Canon EOS R and a combination of a 24-70mm, 50mm, and 70-200mm lenses. As for lighting, it is a single Godox FV150 with a 90cm octobox. It is set up on a c-stand overhanging the workspace. It is all stuff I had from before I started making youtube vidoes. I would really like to try out a 100mm macro but I don't know anyone with one or place that will rent.

Hi! It is neatsfoot oil. The workshop is a little cold so it is thicker than normal but still gets the job done.

Thanks! Who needs words to express their feelings!? No you you!

Wow thank you! To be honest, I do not usually put dye in the stitch holes because it doesn't need it. With this particular stitch pattern and butt joint it pulls the leather towards the seam causing a wider opening. For most leather dyed at the tannery this isn't as big of a problem because the dye goes deeper into the leather. When you hand dye it stays very much on the surface. On normal stitching the holes also go all the way through instead of part way at an angle. Its like pulling back the aluminum foil seal on a yogurt container a little bit. When you do that you are going to see the yogurt but if you just poke a knife in straight up and down you probably won't see anything inside.

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Thanks! It isn't a specific app, I just googled circumference calculator and picked the first thing that came up. I don't have the pattern ready yet but I hope to soon. There are a few things I need to adjust before I publish one.

Thanks! There was a moment of panic when I went to the kitchen and couldn't find the toothpicks! Apparently I've been putting them in the wrong place and the wife decided to "put them where they belong!" 😆😆

Thanks! The tools are nice enough to get the job done and thankfully very affordable! Next tool I think will be a bell skiver.

Sorry for the error. I will look into it right away. Will send further contact via email.

I have fixed the error and have sent you a new download link via email. Feel free to contact me if you have other questions.

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Obrigada. É muito divertido de fazer.